Remove right output shaft

Remove output shaft

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
It is mandatory to replace the radial shaft seal in the rear axle differential each time after having removed the output shaft.

NOTE: Description is for right component only. The procedure on the left side is identical.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.

Pull the wheel carrier (1) in arrow direction to the outside.
Feed out the remove the output shaft (2) .

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